Raising Cane's Will Open New Springfield Location
A new restaurant is set to debut at The Shoppes at Gateway on October 13, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers will officially open its doors in Springfield on October 13, 2026. The new establishment is located at 2720 Gateway Street within The Shoppes at Gateway shopping center.
Why it matters
The restaurant's arrival marks a new dining option for the local community. It also represents a significant boost to the area's workforce through the creation of numerous employment opportunities.
The new restaurant will create 160 new jobs at the site, which formerly housed a Big 5 Sporting Goods. The facility is situated at 2720 Gateway Street.
The players
Raising Cane's
This fast-food chain specializes in chicken finger meals and operates locations across the United States.
University of Oregon
This major public research university is situated in the region served by the new restaurant.
The details
The restaurant serves a focused menu featuring chicken fingers, fries, Texas toast, coleslaw, and signature sauce. The site is located just 10 minutes away from the University of Oregon campus.
Timeline
The restaurant is scheduled to open on October 13, 2026.
Market Landscape
This opening follows the broader trend of repurposing vacant retail spaces within The Shoppes at Gateway to attract new dining tenants. The move positions the brand to capture increased foot traffic in one of the region's primary retail corridors.
Area residents gain a new dining option for chicken finger meals located conveniently within the existing retail hub. Job seekers in the vicinity may benefit from the 160 new positions being created by the restaurant.
The takeaway
The addition of this restaurant provides a new quick-service dining alternative for those shopping at the Gateway complex. Local patrons can expect the menu to remain consistent with the chain's standard offerings.
Further reading
For more updates on new businesses in the area, visit the Springfield Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Emerald.
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